UAS Safety Engineer

Evodia Limited; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence client in Bristol seeks an experienced UAS Safety Engineer to support unmanned aerial systems development. This hybrid role allows remote work 2-3 days a week, with a contract running until June 2026 and a competitive day rate of up to £570 (inside IR35). The position requires proven Safety Engineering experience in the air domain, a strong track record in safety system outcomes, and current SC security clearance. This opportunity provides a chance to contribute to critical national security projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Safety Engineering within the air domain.
• Strong track record of delivering successful safety system outcomes.
• Professionally registered as IEng, CEng, RSci, or CSci.
• Current SC security clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Offer specialist advice for Acquisition Safety policy.
• Deliver safety engineering outcomes for UAS testing.
• Manage safety risks throughout project lifecycles.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for safety compliance.

Skills

Safety Engineering

UAS projects

Risk management

Technical safety advice

Education

IEng, CEng, RSci, or CSci Registration

Job description

Are you an experienced Safety Engineer with a background in UAS and a current SC clearance? We’re working with a leading Defence client in Bristol seeking a UAS Safety Engineer to join their team on an exciting project focusing on the development and safe operation of unmanned aerial systems. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working remotely for 2-3 days a week while being based in Bristol. The contract runs until June 2026, with potential for extension, and offers a competitive day rate of up to £570 (inside IR35).

We have two roles available:

• Role 1: You will provide expert safety support across a range of Test & Evaluation activities related to novel UAS development and operation.
• Role 2: You will provide expert safety support for acquisition and in-service sustainment of Strategic UAS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer specialist advice in line with Acquisition Safety policy, contributing to the safety case and risk management activities.
• Deliver safety engineering outcomes that support UAS testing and operational activities.
• Manage safety risks throughout the lifecycle of projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to guarantee safety is embedded in all test and operational procedures.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in Safety Engineering within the air domain, ideally with specific exposure to UAS projects.
• Strong track record of delivering successful safety system outcomes and providing technical safety advice.
• Professionally registered as either IEng, CEng, RSci, or CSci.
• Current SC security clearance is essential.

Desirable:

• Prior experience provide safety support toUAS projects.

Why Join This Project?

This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence systems in a collaborative environment. You’ll be supported by an organisation committed to integrity and professionalism, with the chance to contribute to critical national security projects. If you meet the criteria and are ready to make an impact in a dynamic, high-profile setting, we’d love to hear from you. Evodia Limited acts as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.